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Using genetics to improve health outcomes
Scotland’s first genomic medicine strategy will focus on cancer and rare conditions.
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Minimum Unit Pricing rise
Parliament agrees continuation of policy and increase to 65p.
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New disability benefit for pensioners
Five council areas named as first to get Pension Age Disability Payment
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Enhancing social care services
Funding of £9.2 million to support independent living.
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Chief Nursing Officer to retire
Alex McMahon’s decision brings to an end a ‘distinguished career’.
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Move to Child Disability Payment complete for all kids
Human rights centred benefits approach for disabled children in Scotland
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First instalment of £300 million to reduce waiting times
New funding alongside actions to increase productivity.
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Consultation on international football broadcasting
Case for Scotland national team qualifiers to be free-to-air.
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Record number of junior doctors take up posts
Scotland excels in medical education and training.
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£30 million mental health funding
Further community support for adults, children and young people.